Where it is determined by the court that payment of the fees and sums mandated by operation of this part imposes a definite and substantial financial hardship on the participant, or his or her dependents, the collection and payment of the fees or sums may be deferred or waived in whole or in part. Nothing in this part shall permit the board and employees or agents of the board to waive any court-ordered restitution or court costs where not otherwise provided by law or rule.
Ala. Code § 45-41-83.19 (1975)